Separation of Powers

Amending the Constitution (Grades 7-12)This lesson from Insights magazine explores the Constitutional amendment process, why the process should be taken with care, and how amendments have shaped the U.S. Constitution into the document we know today. Historical background on the Constitution amendment process may be found here.

He Does It All (Grades K-6)Stages a scenario where a police officer who does everything from issuing a ticket to doling out punishment during a traffic stop.

The Supreme Court and Congress (Grades 9-12)This article and accompanying discussion questions from Insights provides a background for a conversation on the interactions between the legislative and judicial branches of American government.